Big, bambi eyes are known to be great indicators of youth and beauty. The bigger, brighter eyes, with adequate touch-up, also create a sensational illusion of wide-awake eyes in minutes. Some trendy ideas with kohl and mascara can help your eyes appear bigger and brighter, while looking crystal clear too.

Age can soften your eyes, with harsh and strong lines that will serve as a contrasting persona. By using short, soft strokes and then smudge the eyeliner, one can make the eyes bigger and more visible.

Check out some interesting tips for getting bigger, brighter eyes:

Curl Your Lashes

When lashes are straight, they usually cast shadow under the eyes, but when they are curled, the shadow is turned away. These curlers come in different shapes, and each of them have typical benefit for a specific set of eyelashes. For deep-set eyes, Shiseido’s curler is one of the best; but there are some that are perfect for different sets of eyelashes. Colorbar’s Showstopper Eyelash Curler is one of the best-selling eyelash curlers one can get at a reasonable price.

Tight lining is one way to go

Tight lining involves application of liner under the upper lash line, at the eyelash roots, adding much-needed definition to the shape of your eyes help them look thick and dark. This look eventually helps in making your eyes look bigger and brighter. L’Oréal’s Infallible Silkissime Eyeliner and Clinique’s Quick liner For Eyes are both efficient eyeliners that do the trick. Even Deborah Milano’s

Ultra-liner is popular eyeliner that will help you in tight lining your eyelashes.

Use a Highlighter

Irrespective whether you are using eye shadows, or something shimmery on top of the iris, would create a strong yet subtle reflective flash with every blink. The center of the lids needs to be highlighted with powder. Highlighters have the power to grab attention of onlookers. Clinique’s Chubby Stick Sculpting Highlight is a popular choice as a highlighter and one can pick up Revlon’s highlighting palette to have a range of shades to match their attire.

Swap Out Your Basic Black Liner

People stick to black liners as if there are no other colors available. Using blue, and gray is helpful especially with the cool tones that can enhance the white in the eye with great effect. Check out some different shades in eye-liners and they visibly will bring out the best features clearly. Chambor’s Green Eye Tattoo Liner can give the users a brilliant makeover in terms of personality and look.

Here are some other tips that you can use to make eyes bigger and brighter on a routine basis:

Use De-puff bags

One can drain the morning puffiness with a cool shot by submerging the face in ice cubes and even cucumber. Use cold eye drops near the eye area so that your puffed eyes are de-puffed easily.

Brighten dark circles

Color correct all dark circles with great concealers that are shades lighter than the foundation so that the eyes are brightened automatically. Concealers usually can bring your eyes out bright without showing a trace of the night before. Clinique’s Airbrush Concealer is a good concealer that can brighten dark circles efficiently, and in turn brighten up the whole face.

Contour the crease

Once you shade your cheeks giving them much-needed definition, contour the eyelids and shape them in different styles. An eyeshadow shade which is just about dark enough, darker than your skin tone and eyelid will do the trick. L’Oreal’s Color Riche La Palette consists of nude tones that will blend with the skin color and even provide with one shade darker tone.

Use lengthening mascara

Mascara can help make your eyes look bigger but use a lengthening formula rather than a thickening one so that the oomph factor is spread across the length of the eyes. Stick 2-3 individual lashes to the outer corners so that you get the perfect cat eye shape. Clinique’s black high length mascara is a perfect one for all types of women who want a striking glance for themselves.

Conclusion

As stated by each of the tips above, the right eyeliners, mascaras, eye-shadows, and highlighters can add the glow to your eyes, making your face illuminated whenever you want it to be. Each aspect of your eyes and face are important to make the perfect impression, after all! Get all the range of eye products from latest brands at Shoppers Stop.

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http://makeupbyhina.com/i-have-moved/#commentsTue, 24 Jan 2017 17:19:56 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=489688Hina, not again! What? Why not? I wasn’t sure then… Haha.. You think you are sure about it now? Like 100% sure? Like you will stick to this forever? Ofcourse, I am su…. Uuummmmm… I mean… I like this one better! Okay! As if you would ever listen.. So what would you tell them? Them? …

As promised in my last Nykaa Haul video, I am back with a detailed and honest review on the new Maybelline Dream Velvet Foundation which recently launched in India. If you want to know my thought on this newbie and also a quick demo, continue reading below..

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Maybelline New York introduces the first ever gel whipped formula foundation that glides on smoothly to give flawless, spotless skin. The foundation has a water and powder gel texture, which hydrates skin for 12 hours and delivers a soft matte finish for velvet-smooth perfection. So be ready to flaunt a fresh base look which feels fresh as it covers!

]]>http://makeupbyhina.com/maybelline-dream-velvet-foundation-demo-review/feed/0NYKAA WINTER SALE HAUL – DECEMBER 2016http://makeupbyhina.com/nykaa-winter-sale-haul-december-2016/
http://makeupbyhina.com/nykaa-winter-sale-haul-december-2016/#commentsWed, 14 Dec 2016 16:54:17 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=489666NYKAA WINTER SALE HAUL – DECEMBER 2016 Hey Everyone! Nykaa.com is currently running their Winter Holiday Sale where they are offering upto 40% discounts on a huge range of products. I thought it is a nice excuse to go ahead and shop some of the products I wanted to try from a very long time. …

Nykaa.com is currently running their Winter Holiday Sale where they are offering upto 40% discounts on a huge range of products. I thought it is a nice excuse to go ahead and shop some of the products I wanted to try from a very long time. So if you guys want to know what purchased from the Nykaa Winter Sale Haul – December 2016, then keep on watching!

I had been eye-ing these amazing kits on Nykaa for a while now but I wasn’t in a need of a Shampoo or Conditioner. However, I realised that these kits are selling out really fast and I didn’t want to miss the opportunity, hence I ordered it anyways. I really liked the Salon Kit that I got with this set and I think this deal is totally worth it!

Head & Shoulders Smooth & Silky Shampoo:

If you guys would have seen my HAIR CARE VIDEO, I did mentioned that I like to add an Anti Dandruff Shampoo in my routine atleast one a week. I particularly like this one as it keeps my scalp clean & fresh and doesn’t dry out my hair like other anti dandruff shampoos out there.

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Duo (+) Acne Treatment Cream:

My skin has been acting very weirdly lately! I have dry patches in some areas and also my skin has been breaking out. One of my colleagues mentioned about this recently and I thought of giving it at try. I really hope that this cream works its magic on my face and make my acne disappear.

Bio Oil (60ml):

I have heard so many people raving about this oil and I had literally been wanting to try this from such a long time. Finally, I got my hands on the Bio Oil. It is very well known to diminish stretch marks however I actually want to try it for my face & see how it works. Will keep you guys posted!

]]>http://makeupbyhina.com/nykaa-winter-sale-haul-december-2016/feed/2NEW PANTENE HAIR FALL CONTROL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER #14DAYCHALLENGE – REVIEWhttp://makeupbyhina.com/new-pantene-hair-fall-control-shampoo-conditioner-14daychallenge-review/
http://makeupbyhina.com/new-pantene-hair-fall-control-shampoo-conditioner-14daychallenge-review/#commentsTue, 18 Oct 2016 18:57:35 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=489648PANTENE HAIR FALL CONTROL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER #14DAYCHALLENGE – REVIEW Hey there! It seems like I haven’t posted in ages and trust you me, I have missed this place more than anything. As much as I wanted to post here, I was very much occupied with work, festive season & health issues. Anyways, now that …

Hey there! It seems like I haven’t posted in ages and trust you me, I have missed this place more than anything. As much as I wanted to post here, I was very much occupied with work, festive season & health issues. Anyways, now that my life is back to normal, I thought of sharing this amazing #14DayChallenge by Pantene with you’ll.

Well, if you follow me on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, you’d already know about this challenge. I had taken up this challenge few week back & here’s what I think about the NEW PANTENE HAIR FALL CONTROL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER #14DAYCHALLENGE.

PANTENE HAIR FALL CONTROL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER:

Your first step to strong healthy hair from root to tip. It is designed to remove oil, sweat and dirt from the hair and scalp that block the way for essential fortifying nutrients to penetrate the hair and at the same time protects it from breakage.

MY REVIEW ON PANTENE HAIR FALL CONTROL SHAMPOO & CONDITIONER:

Starting with first impression, the Pantene Hair Fall Shampoo & Conditioner comes in the patent white Pantene bottle with a flip top packaging. I love flip caps since I always end up loosing the screw up lids. The packaging is also very sturdy and travel friendly! I also quite like the fresh, fruity scent of this duo that lingers on my hair even after the wash and keep my hair feeling fresh and smelling nice throughout the day.

As a part of the challenge, I was to use the new Pantene on one side of my hair and the other non branded shampoo – conditioner duo on the other for 14 days. I wash my hair thrice a week but for this challenge, I decided to wash them every alternate week to see visible difference is less time.

Honestly, it is annoying to use two different sets of shampoos and conditioner on each side of your hair every alternate day but the results kept me motivated. I did see a major difference in my hair fall after the third wash. I wasn’t facing like major hair fall issue with there were definitely hair in my comb or on my fingers whenever I used to run them through my hair. And to my surprise, I started seeing lesser & lesser hair after every single wash.

The new Pantene Hair Fall Shampoo & Conditioner not only worked on my hair fall but also kept my hair fresh, bouncy & shiny! The conditioner did its job in taming my otherwise frizzy hair while keeping them smooth & manageable!

Pantene Hair Fall Shampoo & Conditioner is priced at Rs. 59 for 80ml.

I took up the #14DayChallenge as a part of product review activity at BlogAdda in association with Pantene.

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http://makeupbyhina.com/envy-box-september-2016/#respondMon, 03 Oct 2016 14:07:13 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=489630Hey Everyone, I am back with yet another what’s in my box / unboxing video. This time it is for MY ENVY BOX for September 2016. My Envy Box is definitely one of my favourite subscription boxes and I love the premium to luxury brand samples I receive in my box to try it before …

I am back with yet another what’s in my box / unboxing video. This time it is for MY ENVY BOX for September 2016. My Envy Box is definitely one of my favourite subscription boxes and I love the premium to luxury brand samples I receive in my box to try it before I buy! Read on to know what I received in My Envy Box for this month.

My Envy Box:

My Envy Box is a great way to discover and buy beauty and cosmetics products with the best. Subscribe and get samples of the hottest products delivered to you at your door steps each month or simply buy products from our wide range of luxury and prestige beauty products. Earn Envy Points with each purchase and claim them to get great deals on products.

My Review on MY ENVY BOX – JANUARY 2014:

This month’s Envy Box reached to me in an almost backpack looking packaging. If you couldn’t guess a;lready, the theme for this month is travelling and the packaging couldn’t be more perfect!

My September Envy Box contains six extravagance samples ranging from skincare to makeup to health. Here’s a list of products I got in my September Envy Box:

I honestly loved the assortment of brands in my September Envy Box and I am really looking forward to try them all. It feels so good to received 3 full size products in a sampling box.

Apart from that, each product in the box comes with a little info card about the product, its usage and the full size product price. All the samples in my envy box are from luxury and high-end brands, and would last for an average of 4-6 uses. I am gratified to see that the Envy Team has been consistent with their assurance of providing luxury samples.

I am in love with my SEPTEMBER 2016 Envy Box and the products in it. I just wish that they start customising the boxes ASAP.

My Envy Box is priced at Rs. 850. You can check out their website and subscribe to My Envy Box here.

Disclaimer: The above mentioned product(s) has been sent by the brand for consideration. This, however, has no bearing on the content of this post. Opinions stated are objective and genuine. For more info, please visit Disclosure & Policies. If you have any further questions, drop me an email at hina@makeupbyhina.com.

]]>http://makeupbyhina.com/envy-box-september-2016/feed/0CLEAN & CLEAR NATURAL BRIGHT FACE WASH – REVIEWhttp://makeupbyhina.com/clean-clear-natural-bright-face-wash-review/
http://makeupbyhina.com/clean-clear-natural-bright-face-wash-review/#commentsTue, 06 Sep 2016 05:59:17 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=482511CLEAN & CLEAR NATURAL BRIGHT FACE WASH – REVIEW Now, my love for Clean & Clear products must not be new to you guys! I have already reviewed few of their amazing face washes in the past and guess what? I am back with another one again! This new brightening variant with rose water has …

Now, my love for Clean & Clear products must not be new to you guys! I have already reviewed few of their amazing face washes in the past and guess what? I am back with another one again! This new brightening variant with rose water has already stolen my heart. Read on to know more about the product.

ABOUT CLEAN & CLEAR NATURAL BRIGHT FACE WASH:

Designed for young skin problems to gently reveal your natural brightness. The new double action face wash works in two ways :

MY REVIEW ON CLEAN & CLEAR NATURAL BRIGHT FACE WASH:

Can we start with the packaging first? Although the packaging is not very indifferent from its previous variants but the rose logo front & of course the pink color face wash peeking from the clear bottle scream CUTENESS! Upon opening the flip cap, you will surely be greeted with the most pleasant rose smell which instantly refreshes my senses and put a smile on my face. Perfect way to start a day!

Apart from being cute, the packaging is also very sturdy and leakproof which makes it a great travel companion. The actual product itself is light pink in color with small bubbles like particles playing around and has a gel like consistency. This face wash lathers really well and just a pea size amount is sufficient to cover the entire face.

Now, my skin is combination these days and it does clean my skin really & also removes basic makeup leaving my skin fresh & bright. It has that squeaky clean feel whenever I wash my face with the Clean & Clean natural bright face wash. Like I mentioned earlier, this face wash contains Rose water & Natural Honey as active ingredients which cleans the skin without stripping off its natural oil.

Almost a year ago, I fell in love with the Medimix Ayurvedic Natural Glycerin Soap With Lakshadi Oil which really helped in clearing up my skin, whilst keeping it soft, smooth & moisturized. Being a beauty blogger, I started testing out new face washes and completely forgot about the Medimix Ayurvedic Soap and the result is quite evident on my skin. My skin has not only started to break out but is also been feeling extremely dull & dry. Hence, I decided to stop, rewind with a twist and got on hands on the Medimix Essential Herbs Ayurvedic Face Wash. Is this one as good as it’s soap version? Let’s find that out!

It comes in a small, semi transparent flip cap packaging. The tube packaging makes it easy to carry while maintain the hygiene aspect.

The face washes itself is a soothing green colour and has a gel like texture. The consistency is neither too think, nor runny. A small pea size amount is sufficient to cover & deep clean my entire face. It also has a very mild yet soothing scent which disappears in a couple of seconds.

Most face washes these days are known to have one key ingredient – either aloe vera or turmeric or neem. But with Medimix Face Wash comes with 6 Essential Herbs, you have not just one but 6 essential herbs keeping your skin vibrant, healthy and young.

I have been using it for over 2 weeks now and my skin once again is, happy! Due to the inclusion of anti bacterial herbs like neem & turmeric, my breakouts has reduced to a great extent. Aloe vera has been helping in soothing my skin and also acts as a natural toner while Lodhra, Kushtha & Manjistha has been keeping my skin softer & smoother.

With an amalgamation of such fantastic herbs, Medimix Essential Herbs Ayurvedic Face Wash has definitely become my skins HERO! Its helping in fighting my acne without drying out my skin. My skin definitely feels a lot more smoother, softer & brighter! And guess what, it is super easy on the pockets and comes without any scary chemicals & parabens. What’s not to fall in love once again with Medimix products?

Oh btw, Medimix has also launched an Anti-Tan variant called as Medimix Ayurvedic Anti Tan Face Wash with Tanaka. If you are looking to get rid of your summer tan, you must give it a go!

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http://makeupbyhina.com/mywellamystyle-modern-vintage-collection-patrick-cameron/#commentsFri, 17 Jun 2016 04:45:55 +0000http://makeupbyhina.com/?p=352285#MyWellaMyStyle Modern Vintage Collection With Patrick Cameron Being a blogger, I have met a lot of hair stylist from across the globe but none of them stole my heart like he did! Yes, I am talking about the most renowned long hair expert across the globe, Patrick Cameron. Read on to know more about Wella’s …

Being a blogger, I have met a lot of hair stylist from across the globe but none of them stole my heart like he did! Yes, I am talking about the most renowned long hair expert across the globe, Patrick Cameron. Read on to know more about Wella’s Modern Vintage collection & my interaction with Patrick.

Ever since 1880, Wella Professionals have been relentlessly pursuing their quest to make visionary style and beauty dreams come true. They have constantly strived to ignite the spark of creation and fuel imaginations, delivering innovations and services to enable a hairdresser’s creativity. Superior products, inspiring education and unique salon business-building programs make Wella Professionals a world leader and expert in hair cosmetics and beauty.

Hair styling in India has not yet reached its full potential as the majority of styling is done by stylists in the salon and seldom at home. Wella Professionals are ever keen to bridge this gap in a multitude of ways by providing consumers and stylists with premium quality products, training programs and services. Recently, the brand hosted a Hair Show to showcase step-by-step looks and demonstrations to hairdressers who struggle with styling long hair. These hair shows were arranged for 1800 hair stylists and were held across three major cities in India – Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore.

To achieve this task of making the art of hair styling more convenient, Wella Professionals brought down Wella Global Ambassador Patrick Cameron, who is an acknowledged long hair expert. He has spent the last 25 years travelling, sharing and presenting his show stopping hair styles all over the world. His most recent appearance was at the renowned Cannes Festival where he worked on a special premier from the movie Trolls starring Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick.

Through these grand hair shows, Patrick exposed the hair dressers to the various possibilities in hair styling through live demonstrations. He believes that hair styling is an expression of individuality and thus cannot take a back seat. During this visit to India, Patrick Cameron showcased his Modern Vintage collection with state of the art styling products from the Wella Professionals portfolio. Modern vintage takes its inspiration from the 1960’s because this era has an enduring influence in fashion, in the balance and the proportions of the way hair is dressed .This legacy is seen across the board from international catwalks to red carpets as well as editorial work.

Excited on his visit to India, Patrick said, “I have been associated with Wella Professionals for a long time now and I am extremely happy to showcase the modern vintage collection in India. It’s amazing to see women who beautifully carry long hair as they do in India. It is an absolute pleasure to be in a space where there is so much scope for experimentation. With the enthusiasm of all the stylists present in India and an array of wonderful Wella Professionals products, I see a bright future for India’s hair styling segment”

It was one of the most inspiring and captivating event of the year so far, and paved the way for future breakthroughs in hair styling in the country. As stylists and hair dressers watched this hair magician at work, their passion for hair styling grew and multiplied. With such shows and modern innovations, Wella Professionals is sure to change the way we perceive hair styling and make it less cumbersome and more achievable for everyone.

My Experience:

If you would have seen my recent vlogs, you would know that I was invited for the most awaited hair show of the year which took place in Mumbai last week. Honestly, upon reaching the venue, I thought it would be lie any other hair show wherein models with fancy hairdos would be walking the ramp. But to my surprise, it turned out to be something I hadn’t envisioned.

It was one of the most astonishing hair shows I had ever seen. Patrick Cameron demonstrated 10 hair styles on the stage and I didn’t even realise when he reached to the final one. It was a pleasure watching him create his magic on those beautiful long hairs. His captivating style with a hint of humor stole everyones heart in the stadium and none of us could resist from offering him a standing ovation.

The very next day, Wella very kindly organised a bloggers meet for an opportunity to get our long hair queried answered. Patrick was very kind enough to share his best kept hair care tips & tricks. Apart from that, he also did a good job at guessing our traits and personality based on the way we had styled our hair. His love & passion towards long hair beaming in the entire room. Infact, he is one of the very few hair expert who made me fall in love with my long tressed all over again!

ABOUT MAYBELLINE MAGNUM BARBIE MASCARA:

Eyes that dance and prance around, with the innocence and charm of the Barbie dolls that we adored. Fluttering lashes giving your eye makeup boost of life and the trust of a brand that makes you beautiful with revolutionary products. Maybelline New York Magnum Barbie Mascara:

Comes with a doll-up brush that fits the curves of eyes perfectly to give you gorgeous lashes.

Is sweat proof, waterproof, and smudgeproof, so your eye makeup remains intact, all day long.

Is great for even contact lens wearers.

Additional Information: Maybelline meets Barbie, to give you mascara that just takes you back, when beauty was pure, serene, and devoid of artifice. Get the look, with this product, from the trusted brand of Maybelline.